And it’s a good one. It shows the level of capability Polanski has as a film-maker and not to get all Death of The Author but it helps to put away whatever feelings you have towards the director and enjoy what is shaping up to be a thrilling ride.
The shots of a windswept coast line littered with ominous dark figures, the clipped portentous dialogue and a very angry Pierce Brosnan culminate in a very stylish looking film.
The cast look up to the job of bringing this political thriller to the screen and it’s great to see Olivia Williams following up her excellent turn in An Education with another high profile film.
There’s a word that renders this unsuitable for playing loud at your desk, but stick your headphones in and get ready to look forward to this one coming out later in the year.
